Wildcard Wednesday: Comment Card

There are a handful of blogs that I read every single day, others I check in on every few days or at least once a week. My favorites are my favorites because they inspire me, they make me laugh, they educate me, they tell a good story, or some combination of the above. Yet even though I read them frequently, I (very) rarely leave a comment on a post.

Why? Usually (and though not consciously), I suppose I think, "This is [insert name of close bloggy friend here]'s blog, s/he knows I read every day, I don't really need to tell him/her" or "this person doesn't really know me, why would they care what I think?" or "I don't want to look like a stalker if I keep leaving comments!"

And then I get a comment on one of my own blogs, and it makes my day! Doesn't matter if it's from a close friend, a bloggy friend, or a stranger. We (bloggers) LOVE to get comments on our posts. It makes us feel good!!

So here's a challenge for today (and tomorrow and every day really, but we'll start small). Find a blog. Read it. Leave a comment. How simple is that? You can pick a blog you already read, maybe choose one from my list of "Links I Love" on the left side of this page (scroll down a bit to find it), or find a random blog by clicking on the "Next Blog" link at the very top of this site.

Your comment doesn't have to be long or profound, you can write something as simple as:

"I read your blog all the time, just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy it."

~or~

"This really made me laugh, thank you!"

~or~

"I can relate to this so much, thank you for sharing."

~or even~

"I have a different perspective on this, but it's nice to read another point of view."

Of course, remember what your mom always told you... If you don't have something nice to say, don't say anything at all. We don't want to leave any mean comments, but it only takes a second to make someone's day with a comment, a kind word of encouragement, or some advice / suggestions the person may be asking for. If you blog yourself, you already know what a day brightener these comments can be. Why not take a moment to spread some sunshine today?

PS - If you leave a link to your blog in a comment to this post, I'll visit your blog, bookmark it, and even leave YOU a comment!

~*~*~ May you always remember to dance in the rain, and may you have plenty of ladybugs beside you! ~*~*~

Blessings,
Kat